Sachin Tendulkar's first words; his political stand Nov 21, 2009
Says Prof Vinay Lal, lecturer of history at the University of California, Los Angeles, and author of Of Cricket, Guiness and Gandhi: Essays on Indian History and Culture: "It is true that our sportsmen and sportswomen have never taken strong stands on political matters, but I would say that this is by and large the case all over the world. The case of Muhammad Ali might seem different but Ali had converted to Islam, and, in some respects, had already become marginal to American society. Even... (India Times, India)
The Spiritual Side of Yoga Nov 4, 2009
On the surface, the Gita is a dialogue between the warrior Arjuna (who represents every person) and Krishna (who represents God) at the dawn of Indian history. The location for the conversation is a battlefield where Arjuna despairs, seeking from Krishna answers to the meaning of life. (Suite101.com)
The authoritarian patriot Nov 3, 2009
Mrs Gandhi's assassination was a traumatic moment in Indian history (Photo: Ashok Vahie). On the other hand, there remain many Indians who are lukewarm about Mrs Gandhi's legacy. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Football clobbers Lowell, Andover next Nov 2, 2009
In fact, Indian history buff Jim Haines said the 42-point output in the opening half might have been the most ever scored by a Billerica team in the first 22 minutes of play. As usual, sophomore quarterback Nick LaSpada was in the middle of most of it. (Billerica Minuteman, MA)
India's Anti-Sikh Riots of 1984: Still Waiting for Justice Oct 29, 2009
Every morning, the women have tea together in a two-room house, where the only picture is of a newlywed Harjinder and her husband, killed 25 years ago in one of the darkest chapters in Indian history. The widow's colony in Tilak Vihar is a cheaply built and neglected cluster of homes, given by the government to hundreds of women and their children who survived what have now come to be known as the anti- Sikh riots of 1984. (Time.com)
No comments posted. Oct 25, 2009
Vickery pens book about Poarch Creek Indian history ... Once I got the genealogy straightened out I realized there were several things about the Creek Indian history that was incorrect, Vickery said. (Atmore Advance, AL)
Vickery pens book about Poarch Creek Indian history Oct 25, 2009
Once I got the genealogy straightened out I realized there were several things about the Creek Indian history that was incorrect, Vickery said. I met Steve Travis and he helped me research the documents that would give a correct history from the Muskogee Indians to the modern Creek Indians. (Atmore Advance, AL)
County ready to seek bid for Burris Park education facility Oct 15, 2009
Watchdog Fred wrote on Oct 13, 2009 9:35 PM:" We can afford $818k for a school project to teach our kids about the outdoors, but we can't afford to fund a $36k a year aids station for helpless victims of this dreaded disease. Tell me that makes sense folks! Yes our children need an education but the people inflicted with aids needs our support as well at a lot less cost to the county taxpayers.To Bobb: Once again my friend you are articulate and pointed in your view of $300 per square foot, not... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Birla groups may integrate, create opportunities for investors Oct 6, 2009
Though a possibility, but investors need to be ready if they want to gain from one of the biggest assets transfers in Indian history. But you may ask how big it is for investors. (India Times)
Ancestral Populations Of India Revealed Sep 24, 2009
"In studying Indian genetic variation we also developed a novel toolkit for understanding the relationships among groups and the history of mixture. We believe that these tools can drive future studies not only of Indian history but of groups worldwide.". Journal reference. (Science Daily)
All in the Games Sep 16, 2009
Common Mr. Jug Surayiaji come out with some useful suggestions to help India come out of this mess after all you too are a one billionth part of India and you too will be a part of that Indian history. turbulence says: September 16, 2009 at 10:14 AM IST. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
CT girls net 4-1 victory over Rockets Sep 16, 2009
Rockwood (1-2) collapsed the defense in the goal box, bringing in midfield help, and forced Conemaugh Township (3-0) to make 28 of their 39 shots either wide of or over top the goal (Somerset Daily American, PA)
India's rise demands more than just watching Bollywood films Sep 7, 2009
Increasingly, scholars completing PhD programs were employed in positions in which their India expertise was tangential to their teaching programs, as entire courses on Indian history, culture and civilisations were replaced with more generic courses on globalisation and world history. But while this was happening, governments failed to see and respond to critical developments in India and on our own shores. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
India's Opposition Struggles With Past and Present Aug 27, 2009
When in power from 1998 to 2004, the BJP renamed popular cities with names they deemed more "native" and changed school syllabi to ingrain a "Hindu" version of Indian history among students, moving away from the greater complexities of India's diverse religious past. Yet in elections this year, Indian voters seem to have rejected the politics of religious polarization in favor of stability and economic growth. (Time.com)
India renews its tryst with destiny Aug 22, 2009
For a man of technology, inclined to measure progress in nanoseconds, Nilekani has a long view of Indian history: "The problem was that the curve of India's history and its ideas had been an extremely discontinuous one - a foreign occupation had long divorced the region from its pre-British ideas and economic and social structures ... What we saw in its place instead was strange grafting of the Indian identity with an entirely new culture. The British brought with them the English language and... (Asia Times Online)
Leader at odds with ideology Aug 19, 2009
BJP leader and former foreign minister Jaswant Singhs book on Jinnah and the Partition may be more irksome for the saffron party than for Indian history. Indeed, if anything, as a stated view of a senior leader that can have political implications, Jaswant Singhs book reportedly praising Jinnah and blaming Nehru for the Partition may not even quite match the import of L K Advanis scribbled remarks in a visitors notebook at Jinnahs mausoleum. (India Times)
Wilmington library announces gift basket winner Aug 11, 2009
Time Travel to India through Dance Monday, Aug. 17, 3 p.m. Registration required Join Mouli Pal as she narrates captivating stories from Indian history and mythology. Mouli, the dancer, will use intricate movements of fingers and facial expressions to depict visually engaging scenes. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
A little international culture in West Texas Aug 8, 2009
"I am glad and honored to come to Texas. I learned about cowboy culture and the Indian history. At Boy Scout camp there s a lot of horses," Yin said. "Cowboys know how to communicate to the horse, even though they can t speak their language. I don t understand the communication, but the horse and the cowboy can work together.". (Odessa American, TX)
Wilmington library offers aid to job seekers Aug 4, 2009
Time travel to India through dance Monday, Aug. 17, 3 p.m. Registration begins Thursday, Aug. 6 Join Mouli Pal as she narrates captivating stories from Indian history and mythology. Mouli, the dancer, will use intricate movements of fingers and facial expressions to depict visually engaging scenes. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Mumbai gunman seeks no mercy from court Jul 23, 2009
The Indian court trying Ajmal Kasab has yet to accept his confession and guilty plea for taking part in one of the worst terrorist attacks in Indian history - three days of carnage in November that left 166 people dead. Judge M.L. Tahiliyani said he would decide today whether to accept the confession, which describes in detail Kasab s links with a shadowy but well-organized group in Pakistan. (Boston Globe)
The Emancipation of the Virgin Isla... Jul 15, 2009
Many fiery demonstrations then took place under the apparent command of Moses General Buddhoe, or Bordeaux Gottlieb, assessed in Danish West Indian history as the leader of the revolt. Emancipation Proclamation. (Suite101.com)
COMMENT: Universal Understanding Jul 10, 2009
But in most instances, their teaching has little interaction with those studying ancient and medieval Indian history. Till 50 years ago there was an essential language requirement for those studying pre-modern India. (India Times, India)
Recording history: Video project focuses on Prairie Island community Jul 6, 2009
American Indian history has traditionally been passed along orally, and has come down well through the elders, said Goodhue County Historical Society Director Char Henn. They have, through oral history, done a real good job maintaining their traditions and passing them down, she said. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Good intentions don’t make mascots right Jul 2, 2009
And our schools do little to teach the real story, or incorporate and preserve American Indian history and culture. I have talked to quite a few American Indians, and yes, some do like the idea of being represented by a mascot, but they also think their culture and history is hardly taught, and this lack of teaching furthers the stereotyping of American Indians. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Ayodhya attack report submitted Jul 1, 2009
The BBC's Rahul Tandon in Delhi says that the destruction of the mosque was one of the most controversial moments in Indian history and more than 2,000 people died in violence between Hindus and Muslims following its demolition. The Liberhan commission was set up within days of the incident. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Native Americans Tell Youth to "Say No" to Tobacco Jun 25, 2009
Painter says they choose Hawkinsville because of Muskogee Creek Indian history in Pulaski County. In your voice. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
SUBVERSE: Let's Dilli-dally Jun 24, 2009
Those who oppose such changes counter by pointing out that the British created not just the names but the actual cities themselves, and made these cities part of not only Indian history but of the history of the world. So, where there were scattered fishing villages and mud flats slowly rose up the great ports and humming commercial dynamos of Bombay and Calcutta, names which resonated around the globe. (India Times, India)
Ohio school cancels graduation over cheating Jun 6, 2009
One of the tests quizzed students on Aztec Indian history. Teachers had suspicions about some higher-than-expected grades during the semester, Holden said. (USA Today -- News)
COMMENT: Tradition Of Modernity May 14, 2009
A civilisational approach to Indian history exposes the undercurrents connecting historical ages ... A civilisational approach to Indian history exposes the undercurrents connecting historical ages. (India Times, India)
Indian "Oscar" to be unveiled in Macao May 9, 2009
The nominees of the IIFA Awards have already been announced in India with six Indian films being nominated for best picture this year, including A Wednesday that depicts the emotions of a common man in a city succumbed to terrorist activity, the action thriller Ghajni, epic movie Jodhaa Akbar which brings to light an important but forgotten bit of Indian history, and other movies. As the film Slumdog Millionaire, which stars Indian actors and tells the rags to riches story of a boy from an... (Xinhuanet, China)
Trail of Tears meets May 9 in Ringgold May 6, 2009
Dr. Sarah Hill, historian, author of an award-winning book on Southeastern Cherokee women and independent researcher of Southeastern Indian history and culture, will be the guest speaker. She is currently writing a book about the removal of the Cherokee Nation from Georgia. (Calhoun Times, GA)
American Indian history part of Mt. Rushmore plan May 3, 2009
Posted: Sunday, May 03, 2009 MOUNT RUSHMORE NATIONAL MEMORIAL, S.D. (AP) -- Mount Rushmore National Memorial managers are formally planning the overall direction of the popular tourist attraction for the next 15 to 20 years, and American Indian history is a big part of it ... He has since added elements to teach the roughly 3 million annual visitors about Indian history. (Sioux City Journal)
Indus Valley code is cracked - maybe Apr 30, 2009
" The 130-year-old excavations in the Indus Valley, covering areas in India, Pakistan and Afghanistan, have revealed evidence of an urban civilization. Ruins of excavated Indus Valley cities such as Mohenjadaro and Harappa have revealed elaborate urban infrastructure such as well-planned streets, brick houses, sophisticated drainage and water-storage systems, trading, use of weights, jewelry, knowledge of metallurgy and tool-making. Archaeologists say many more Indus Valley cities are yet to be... (Asia Times Online)
COMMENT: Interpretation Of Dreams Apr 28, 2009
Ironically, this statement is at odds with the preamble itself, which peddles a series of myths (of the "India Shining" variety) about Indian history and civilisation. According to this preamble, India used to be "a land of great wealth and even greater wisdom". (India Times, India)
Election: numbers, symbols and records Apr 16, 2009
The shortest government in Indian history was formed in 1996. It lasted 13 days. (India Times)
'We Shall Remain' aims to show the Indian side of things Apr 13, 2009
We Shall Remain," a revisionist account of American Indian history, runs tonight and for the next four Mondays on Channel 2 as part of PBS's "American Experience" series.A necessary and welcome corrective, "We Shall Remain" isn't meant to be comprehensive. Don't expect to find Pontiac, Chief Joseph, or Sitting Bull - let alone Indian casinos. Instead, individual episodes examine the fall of the 17th-century Wampanoags in Massachusetts; the Shawnee chief Tecumseh's dream of a pan-tribal union, in... (Boston Globe)
PBS series on Native history begins tonight Apr 13, 2009
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. PBS starts airing Monday the first of a five-part series covering 300 years of American Indian history from the arrival of the pilgrims in 1620 to the 1973 standoff at Wounded Knee on South Dakota's Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. The documentary, called We Shall Remain, was produced by the history show American Experience. (Missoulian, MT)
Clark County commissioners kill deal with tribe Apr 9, 2009
unnown01 wrote on Apr 8, 2009 8:59 PM:" cherokee the simple truth about indian history is we fought you lost think about the countless wars that have been fought where another republic or country went to war won and then control that land ". Amazed By Ignorance wrote on Apr 8, 2009 9:40 PM:" Cherokee, if I were your professor, I would flunk you. You created the assumtion with your blog handle, and not just the words. So, you tainted the assignment. As for tearing up the treaties? The U.S. gave... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Shoe attack on Indian minister Apr 8, 2009
The disturbances in Delhi were among the most violent in recent Indian history and happened after Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was assassinated by her Sikh bodyguards. Most of those killed were Sikhs. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Sunday's TV: Obsession With Hamlet Apr 3, 2009
Seemingly without effort, he covers several centuries' worth of Indian history, making it compelling, vivid and simple to understand. In this episode, he tackles the story of Buddha and the reign of Emperor Ashoka and how their ideas have shaped history. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Narendra Modi as Man Muslims Love to Hate Wins Billionaire Voters in India Mar 30, 2009
People lived under six years of a BJP government, but the end of terrorism was not one of its achievements, says , a professor of modern Indian history at Delhi University. The terrorism card that the BJP could cash in on is gone. (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Book Review In the Shadow of the ... Mar 28, 2009
Set in 13th century India, The Princess of Pushkar series offers readers a fascinating blend of Indian history and adventure sure to appeal to girls aged 10 - 14 years ... The blend of action and intrigue with Indian history and customs offers late primary and early high school readers, particularly girls, a fascinating story. (Suite101.com)
Raghu: Voting is an Act of faith Mar 15, 2009
Those who have read ancient Indian history could talk about the republics constituted by the Lichavis of Vaishali. Those who havent will still queue up for hours at the height of summer to change things for the better through the ballot-box. (India Times)
Momentary thrill of dates Mar 6, 2009
Well these are not dates denoting terror strikes; these are watershed dates in Indian history. The first is our Independence day, the second Republic day. (India Times)
Indian diplomat's house burgled in Trinidad Mar 1, 2009
It has been more than 15 years since the Indian government established chairs of modern Indian history and Hindi at the University of the West Indies. Trinidad has traditional links with India since almost 148,000 people from the Asian nation were brought here by the British colonial government between 1845 and 1917 to work on sugar and cocoa plantations. (India Times, India)
Denver gas company drilling test wells in Wahkiakum County Feb 26, 2009
CHATTMASTER wrote on Feb 25, 2009 7:51 AM:" So is the plan also to run right on out to Brookfield and cross the river there? Brookfield is just west of Skamokowa where Jim Crow creek hits the columbia. Recently being mostly clear cut and gates locked year round. The area is rich in Indian history and as well as burial grounds. Vince Miller a local historian has told me of such. Three Tree Point also in the general area. " ... Northwest Flava wrote on Feb 25, 2009 8:10 AM:" Thank you so much for... (Longview Daily News, WA)
2000-yr-old Shiva shrine found Feb 23, 2009
LUCKNOW: Believed to be among the oldest brick shrines in India, Lucknow Universitys department of ancient Indian history and archaeology has unearthed a 2,000-year-old Shiva temple as part of its excavation project recently in Uttar Pradeshs Unnao district. Its actually a complex comprising five temples, Prof D P Tewari of the Lucknow University said. (India Times, India -- Community News)
Lust in the dust jackets Feb 14, 2009
Seth, the Tolstoy for our times, manages to convey the sweep of recent Indian history but it is his characters who remain with you, and none more so than Lata as she chooses between her three suitors. Lata's mother, Mrs Rupha Mehra, bounds onto the opening page in a flurry of talkative anxiety as she searches for a suitable boy for her strong-minded daughter. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
India village hosts cabinet talks Feb 11, 2009
A state chief minister has made Indian history by holding a cabinet meeting in a village. Nitish Kumar, the chief minister of the northern state of Bihar, gathered his ministers in the village of Barbighi. (BBC News -- South Asia)
Gandhiji inspires me, says Aamir Feb 10, 2009
You can run but you cant ignore the magic thats in the air while he is around. The thinking actor that he is, Aamir Khan doesnt need any introduction. (India Times, India)
Is it time to end Black History Month? Feb 8, 2009
420 wrote on Feb 7, 2009 1:11 PM:" NO NO NO is there a white history month? Indian history month? No so why should there be a Black history month? Highlighing people based on color is breeding racisim and untill we all can just identify each other as Human beings the racisim will never end! ". The Original JD wrote on Feb 7, 2009 1:07 PM:" It has been time to get rid of that for quite a while. We can not be a united nation when we continually draw lines to intentionally segregate and seperate... (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Senior Life: Feb. 5-11 Feb 8, 2009
Jack Hauck will present a program on American Indian History, The Original Settlers. Who were the original settlers in the Wenham area. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
No kissing please, we are Indians Feb 8, 2009
As a person who has studied Indian history and culture, I can say that kissing or wearing revealing clothes is not against our so called "culture" or "values". We have had kings with 365 wives and we have the most revealing formal dress in the world, sari. (BBC News -- South Asia)
